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Three Days in Hamburg: Real Estate Management Students Explore Property Projects First-Hand

Getting to know different types of real estate and analysing the economic, technical and organisational aspects of current property developments: This was the focus of a three-day field trip to Hamburg for students from the Real Estate Management bachelor’s degree programme. The excursion was organised by Prof. Dr. Natascha Schlömer.

“Observing and evaluating real properties helps students develop a deeper understanding of decision-making processes in real estate management. At the same time, they learn how to critically apply theoretical concepts to real-world cases,” explains the programme director.

The excursion was designed to give students practical experience beyond the classroom, introduce them to current developments in the real estate industry, and provide opportunities to exchange ideas with professionals working in the sector.

The programme included visits to a range of real estate and urban development projects across Hamburg. The trip began with one of the city's most iconic landmarks, the Elbphilharmonie concert hall. Students then toured the Kolbenhöfe construction site, where representatives from OTTO WULFF Projektentwicklung provided insights into the development of a major ongoing property project.

At HIH Real Estate GmbH, students gained a behind-the-scenes look at the work of a leading real estate company. The itinerary also included a visit to the Green Bunker, featuring an exclusive look inside the REVERB by Hard Rock hotel.
The final day took the group to HafenCity Hamburg, including the new Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier. There, students experienced one of Europe's largest and most ambitious urban development projects first-hand while exploring the planning and design of modern urban spaces.
The excursion is another example of how our academic staff regularly connect teaching with professional practice. By engaging with real projects and discussing current industry developments with experts, students gain valuable insights that complement their academic studies.